Kathleen Mary (Fox) Kukel, 85 of Southbury, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2025.

She was born in Widnes, England, on May 31, 1940, to William and Kathleen Fox. Kathleen grew up in Widnes alongside her 5 siblings- James Fox, Barbara (Fox) McCool, Margaret (Fox) Moon, Tony Fox, and Roy Fox. After graduating from high school in England, she went on to work in several factories, a catalogue company and as a mail carrier.

Adventurous and full of life, Kathleen loved trying new things and exploring new places. She was caring, funny and always loved talking to anyone she would meet. One of her greatest

adventures began when she came to America to work- she loved it so much she decided to stay. Kathleen met the love of her life, Michael Kukel, in Connecticut and they were married on August 8, 1970. They shared 55 years wonderful years together in their Southbury home. Throughout her life, Kathleen worked as a travel agent and as an insurance agent. She also had owned her own consignment shop, which brought her great joy. She loved going to tag sales, having tea with her friends and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Daughters of the British Empire (DBE) organization which she enjoyed being a part of immensely.

Her greatest joy in life was being a mother and a Nana to her beloved grandchildren. Kathleen is survived by her daughter Jennifer Kukel, her son Michael Kukel, her daughter-in-law Denielle

Kukel, and son-in-law James Babcock. She is also survived by her grandchildren Sophia, Olivia, Hannah and Arthur.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 3-5 p.m. at Munson- Lovetere Funeral Home, 2School Street, Woodbury, CT 06798. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kathleen's name to the Alzheimer's Association.